Available in:
10g - $20 (approximately 20 cocoons).
20g - $40 (approximately 40 cocoons).
40g - $55 (approximately 80 cocoons).
Eri silk is produced by the caterpillar of Samia cynthia ricini, native to northeast India. The name “eri” comes from the Assamese word era, meaning castor, referencing the castor leaves on which the silkworm feeds.
Each cocoon is entirely unique, varying greatly in colour, size, and form. Some feel dense and firm, while others are soft and yielding.
Versatile and intriguing to work with, eri silk cocoons invite experimentation and their potential is limited only by your imagination!
Working with the cocoons
Eri silk cocoons can be used in their raw state and gently teased apart layer by layer for textural and sculptural applications.
However, if you intend to spin the fibres, the cocoons must first be degummed. Degumming removes the natural sericin (silk gum), allowing the fibres to separate more easily and produce a smoother, more workable yarn.
Available in:
10g - $20 (approximately 20 cocoons).
20g - $40 (approximately 40 cocoons).
40g - $55 (approximately 80 cocoons).
Eri silk is produced by the caterpillar of Samia cynthia ricini, native to northeast India. The name “eri” comes from the Assamese word era, meaning castor, referencing the castor leaves on which the silkworm feeds.
Each cocoon is entirely unique, varying greatly in colour, size, and form. Some feel dense and firm, while others are soft and yielding.
Versatile and intriguing to work with, eri silk cocoons invite experimentation and their potential is limited only by your imagination!
Working with the cocoons
Eri silk cocoons can be used in their raw state and gently teased apart layer by layer for textural and sculptural applications.
However, if you intend to spin the fibres, the cocoons must first be degummed. Degumming removes the natural sericin (silk gum), allowing the fibres to separate more easily and produce a smoother, more workable yarn.
